Executive Summary:
The Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Home Affairs have formally notified the annual observance of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas on June 25, marking the imposition of Emergency in 1975. A two-year commemoration is being held from June 25, 2024, to June 25, 2026, with programs nationwide. Directives have been issued to all States and Union Territories to organize commemorative activities.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Observance of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas:**
* Observed annually on June 25 to mark the imposition of Emergency in 1975.
* A two-year commemoration from June 25, 2024, to June 25, 2026.
* **Coordination and Directives:**
* Directives issued to all States and Union Territories for organizing commemorative activities.
* The Ministry of Culture oversaw the launch of thematic exhibitions and ensured public rallies and educational seminars in 50 key locations per State/UT.
* **Metrics for Public Engagement:**
* Number of events in educational institutions.
* Participation rates documented via attendance records, photographs, and event reports.
* Visibility through rallies, media coverage, and competitive events for students and youth (essay contests, debates, street plays).
* Mandated programmes at various levels to ensure public participation and raise awareness.
* **Awareness Measures:**
* Organizing essay writing, poster making, slogan contests, quizzes, street plays, and film screenings on constitutional values.
* Seminars with jurists, legal experts, and individuals who experienced the Emergency.
* Mass awareness marches with student and faculty participation.
* Panel discussions on the Preamble and features of the Constitution.
* Specific events in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
* **Pension for Political Workers:**
* The government does not propose to provide pensions to political workers jailed under the MISA Act, 1971.
Impact Analysis:
States and Union Territories:
* Impact: Required to organize two-year commemorative activities related to Samvidhan Hatya Diwas.
* Action Required: Implement directives from the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Home Affairs to organize events and awareness programs.
Educational Institutions:
* Impact: Expected to conduct events, including seminars and competitive activities, to raise public awareness.
* Action Required: Organize and document events, ensuring student and public participation, and submit reports.
Students and Youth:
* Impact: Targeted audience for awareness programs and competitive events.
* Action Required: Participate in events such as essay contests, debates, and street plays to engage with constitutional values and the history of the Emergency.
Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Home Affairs:
* Impact: Responsible for overseeing and coordinating the national commemoration.
* Action Required: Issue directives, oversee the launch of thematic exhibitions, and ensure activities are conducted nationwide.
Key Entities Referenced
Samvidhan Hatya Diwas: A national commemoration observed annually on June 25 to mark the imposition of Emergency in 1975 in India. The government is commemorating the 50th anniversary for the period from 25.06.2024 to 25.06.2026.
Ministry of Culture: A ministry of the Government of India responsible for the preservation and promotion of art and culture of India.
Ministry of Home Affairs: A ministry of the Government of India responsible for internal security.
Chhattisgarh: A state in India where specific measures are being taken to raise public awareness among students and youth regarding Samvidhan Hatya Diwas.
Madhya Pradesh: A state in India where specific measures are being taken to raise public awareness among students and youth regarding Samvidhan Hatya Diwas.
Emergency in 1975: Refers to the period of Emergency in India, beginning on June 25, 1975.
Maintenance of Internal Security Act, 1971: An act of the Parliament of India enacted in 1971, giving the administration sweeping powers of preventive detention.
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat: Minister of Culture and Tourism, Government of India.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF CULTURE
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 2359
TO BE ANSWERED ON 04.08.2025
Observance of Samvidhan Hatya Diwas
2359. Shri Dulu Mahato:
Shri Jugal Kishore:
Dr. Manna Lal Rawat:
Shri Bhojraj Nag:
Shri Alok Sharma:
Smt. Kamlesh Jangde:
Ms Kangna Ranaut:
Shri Godam Nagesh:
Shri Dilip Saikia:
Shri Praveen Patel:
Shri Pratap Chandra Sarangi:
Shri Ravindra Shukla Alias Ravi Kishan:
Shri Lumbaram Choudhary:
Will the Minister of CULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) the manner in which the Government proposes to coordinate with State Governments
and Union Territories Administration for the year-long observance of Samvidhan
Hatya Diwas;
(b) the anticipated reach and impact of the initiative and any pre-identified metrics for
gauging public engagement;
(c) the details of the specific measures taken/being taken to raise public awareness
among students and youth across the country particularly in Chhattisgarh and
district-wise details of Madhya Pradesh; and
(d) whether the Government proposes to provide pension to all the political workers who
were jailed under the Maintenance of Internal Security (MISA) Act, 1971?
ANSWER
MINISTER OF CULTURE AND TOURISM
(SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT)
(a) Government of India, through the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Home Affairs,
formally notified that “Samvidhan Hatya Diwas” would be observed annually on June 25 to
mark the imposition of Emergency in 1975. On the occasion of 50th anniversary, Governmentis commemorating Samvidhan Hatya Diwas for the period from 25.06.2024 to 25.06.2026
with various programmes across the country. Necessary directives in this regard have already
been issued to all States and Union Territories for organising two year-long commemorative
activities. The Ministry of Culture also oversaw the launch of major thematic exhibitions and
ensured activities such as public rallies and educational seminars were held at 50 key
locations in each State and UT.
(b) This is a national commemoration with special focus on education and public
engagement. Metrics include:
Number of events conducted in educational institutions nationwide, including
universities, colleges, and schools.
Participation rates, with mandated documentation via attendance records,
photographs, and event reports.
Visibility/publicity through mass rallies, media coverage, and a series of competitive
events such as essay contests, debates, and street plays aimed at students and youth.
Institutions were mandated to organise programmes at various levels ensuring public
participation and raise public awareness regarding the imposition of emergency.
(c) Specific measures have been taken to raise awareness among students and youth
across the country which include:
Organising of essay writing, poster-making, slogan contests, quizzes, street plays, and
film screenings centered on constitutional values.
Seminars involving jurists, legal experts, and persons who experienced the
Emergency.
Mass awareness marches with active student participation and faculty involvement.
Special attention to the Preamble and features of the Constitution in panel discussions.
All States and Union Territories (UTs) including Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh
have been instructed to undertake two yearlong observance activities related to Samvidhan
Hatya Diwas. Accordingly, a big event was held at Madhya Pradesh and a VIP event was held
at Chhatisgarh.
(d) No Sir.
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